Cambridge SoundWorks PS2000 User Manual

Safety & Regulatory Information

The following sections contain notices for various countries:

Notice for the USA

FCC Part 15:

to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, this
notice is not a guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try one or more of the
following measures:

CAUTION:

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this
device must be installed with computer equipment
certified to comply with the Class B limits.

All cables used to connect the computer and peripherals
must be shielded and grounded. Operation with non­certified computers or non-shielded cables may result in
interference to radio or television reception.

This equipment has been tested and found

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the distance between the equipment and
receiver.

•

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV
technician.

To comply with the limits for the Class B

Modifications

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority
to operate the device.

Notice for Canada

This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for radio
interference as specified in the Canadian Department of
Communications Radio Interference Regulations.

Cet appareil est conforme aux normes de CLASSE “B”
d’interference radio tel que spe’cifie’ par le Ministère
Canadien des Communications dans les règlements
d’interfèrence radio.

Declaration of Conformity

According to the FCC96 208 and ET95-19

Name:
Address:

declares under its sole responsibility that the product
Trade Name:

Model Number:
has been tested according to the FCC / CISPR22/85
requirement for Class B devices and found compliant
with the following standards:
EMI/ EMC: ANSI C63.4 1992, FCC Part 15 Subpart B

Complies with Canadian ICES-003 Class B.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference,
and

2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesirable
operation.

Ce matériel est conforme à la section 15 des régles FCC.
Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions
suivantes:

1. Le matériel ne peut étre source d’interférences et

2. Doit accepter toutes les interférences reques, Y
compris celles pouvant provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable.

Compliance Manager
Creative Labs, Inc.
August 25, 2000

Creative Labs Inc.

1901 McCarthy Boulevard

Milpitas, CA. 95035

United States

Tel: [phone]

Creative Labs/

Cambridge SoundWorks

CSW2020

Compliance

This product conforms to the following Council Directive:

•

Directive 89/ 336/ EEC, 92/ 31/ EEC (EMC),
73/ 23/ EEC (LVD)

WAR NIN G:

To p re ve nt fi re or
shock hazard, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.

The serial number for the
located on the Subwoofer and Dipole Unit. Please write
this number down and keep it in a secure area. This is
for your security.

Important Notice

PlayWorks PS2000 Digital

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READ INSTRUCTIONS – All safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating
and use instructions should be followed.
CLEANING – Unplug this product from the
wall outlet or other power source before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
ATTACH MENTS – Do not use attachments
not recommended by Cambridge
SoundWorks as they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE – Do not use this
product near water; for example, near a
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool; and the like.
ACCESSORIES – Do not place this product
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a person, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by Cambridge SoundWorks,
or sold with the product. Any mounting of
the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by
Cambridge SoundWorks.
VENTILATION – Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation, to
ensure reliable operation of the product and

to prevent it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or Cambridge
SoundWorks’ instructions have been
adhered to.
HEAT – This product should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, and other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES – This product should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
POLARIZATION – This product may be
equipped with a polarized alternating­current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION – Power­supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.
LIGHTNING – For added protection for this
product during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall
outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never push
objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
SERVICING – Do not attempt to service this
product yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – Unplug
this product from the wall outlet or other
power source and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b) If liquid has been spilled into, or objects

have fallen onto the product.

c) If the product has been exposed to rain

or water.

d) If the product does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions;

or exhibits a distinct change in
performance.

e) If the product has been dropped or

damaged in any way.
REPLACEMENT PARTS – When
replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement
parts specified by Cambridge SoundWorks
or have the same characteristics as the
original parts. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING – The
product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by Cambridge
Soundworks.

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Inventory ............................................................................................................1

Speaker System Connections .............................................................................2

Signal Source Connections................................................................................. 2

System Connection Diagram .............................................................................. 3

Dipole Unit Stand Installation ...........................................................................4

Speaker Placement .............................................................................................5

System Functions............................................................................................... 7

Surround Reference..........................................................................................10

Applications...................................................................................................... 11

EAX................................................................................................................... 12

Specifications....................................................................................................12

1-Year Limited Warranty.................................................................................. 13

Technical Support............................................................................................. 13

Thank you for buying PlayWorks PS2000 Digital by
Cambridge SoundWorks, a revolutionary two piece Dolby

TM

Digital speaker solution for PlayStation 2

.

®

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Examine each unit carefully for shipping damage. If there is any, do not install or use the system. Contact the retailer where the system was purchased. Save the shipping
carton and inserts in case you have to transport the system later.

Paste this behind the

Remote Control or
any other surfaces

Paste this behind the

Remote Control or
any other surfaces

Subwoofer

Dipole Unit

15V 3A DC Power Adapter

and Ball-fastener

Remote Control

“AA”- Size Battery (2)

Dual Female RCA AdapterDipole Unit Stand

Optical Cable

Tandem Audio Cable

SPDIF Cable (RCA to RCA)

Stereo to Dual RCA Cable Dipole DIN Cable

LED Indicator

Labels

Dual RCA to RCA Cable

1

Speaker Connections

Using the Dual RCA to RCA plug,
connect the R (right) and L (left)
Speaker inputs located on the back
panel of the Dipole Unit to the
corresponding Speaker outputs on the
Subwoofer.

Using the Dipole DIN cable, connect
the DIN jack of the Dipole Unit to the
DIN jack of the Subwoofer.

For information on connections to
signal sources, refer to “System
Connection Diagram” on page 3.

Power Supply Adapter
Connections

Confirm the power switch on the
Subwoofer is in the “OFF” position.
Insert the Power Adapter’s AC plug
into an appropriate receptacle. Insert
the small DC connector into the

DC IN

jack on the back of the

Subwoofer.

15V

Dolby Digital source

Connect the Dolby Digital/SPDIF
output of your signal source to the
Subwoofer’s

SPDIF IN
(RCA to RCA)

Dolby Digital (AC-3)

jack using the

or the

SPDIF Cable

Optical Cable

Game consoles

Connect the optical output of the
game console (e.g. PlayStation 2TM) to
the

Optical

input with the

Cable

.

If the optical connection is not

available or is being utilized, use the

Stereo to Dual RCA Cable
Dual Female RCA Adapter

to the game console’s RCA output of
the multiple A/V plug.

Optical

and the
to connect

Note:

priority over coaxial (SPDIF RCA to
RCA) connections.

For all other sound cards

.

Use the
Connect the lime-green stereo
miniplugs from the Line Out minijack
output of your sound card to the

In

Connect the black stereo miniplugs
from the Rear Out minijack output of
your sound card (if present) to the

Rear In

Subwoofer.

For devices with optical output

Connect the optical output of these
devices (e.g. CD or MiniDisc
to the

Optical

input with the

Cable

.

®

players)

Optical

Optical connections have

Tandem Audio Cable

minijack input of the Subwoofer.

minijack input of the

.

Line

2

PlayStation 2

CD Player

®

Player

MiniDisc

SoundCard Optical

Output

To the Digital Coaxial Output

PC-DVDEncore

DVD Player

Sound Card Optical

Output

CD Player

To wall AC Receptacle

To the Digital Optical Output

Optical Cable

SPDIF Cable (RCA to RCA)

R (red) L (white)

Stereo to Dual RCA Cable

Stereo to Dual RCA Cable

Tandem Audio Cable

Subwoofer

Dual Female-to-Female

RCA Adapter

PlayStation 2

TV

CD Player

V.C.R.

Cassette Deck

Tuner

Sound Card Output

e.g. Sound Blaster Live!

®

MiniDisc

Player

CD Player

MP3 Player

R (red)

L(white)

Dipole Unit

Power Adapter

Dual RCA to RCA Cable

Dipole DIN Cable

3

Dipole Unit Stand

Align the Dipole Unit Stand to the Dipole Unit. Using the Ball-fastener
provided, attach the Dipole Unit Stand to the Dipole Unit, (see

diagram A)

.

Tilting the Dipole Unit

Loosen the Ball-fastener below the Dipole Unit Stand to adjust the tilt of the
Dipole Unit. The Dipole Unit can be angled to face you by moving the Dipole
Unit back or forth (see
tilt has been achieved (see

diagram B

diagram C

). Tighten the Ball-fastener once the optimum

).

4

Ball-fastener

A

Dipole Unit Stand

B

C

E

D

For the best listening effect, place the
Dipole Unit between 50cm and 1.5m
from the listening position and at ear
level if possible.

Use the Dipole Unit Stand to
tilt the Dipole Unit
downwards to your listening
position when placing the
Dipole Unit on your T.V. or
monitor.

F

When placing the Dipole
Unit in front of the T.V. or
monitor, use the Dipole Unit
Stand to tilt the unit
upwards to your listening
position. You can place the
Dipole Unit on the floor,
coffee table or desktop.

G

We highly recommend that you
place the Subwoofer on the floor,
leave at least 5 cm (2 inches) of
space between the Subwoofer face
and a wall.

5

H

J

1

10

2

8
9

3

Rear Panel of Subwoofer

I

5 6

7

4

3

Rear Panel of Dipole Unit

Remote Control

6

1.

MUTE (On Remote Control)

Digital

. Press this button once to mute. Press a second time to restore
audio output. You can also enable or disable the mute function by pressing
volume buttons on the Dipole Unit together.

2.

POWER ON/OFF (On Subwoofer)

Subwoofer controls the power supply input from the Power Adapter. This
button must be depressed to activate the Dipole Unit.

POWER (On Remote Control)

3.
Control and Dipole Unit sets the system to power on and standby mode.
When the system is turned on for the first time, the default input mode is
“Digital” and the effects selection is “Prism”. Subsequently, when the
system is turned on from standby mode, the last input mode and effect
selection is retained.

:

Mutes all output from the

: The POWER button on the

:

The POWER button on the Remote

PS2000

4.

VOLUME (On Dipole Unit)

Press the UP or DOWN button to increase or decrease the volume. (This
function is also available on the Remote Control, use the + or - button)

5.

DIGITAL

for the OPTICAL or COAXIAL input. Digital input is the default mode when
the system is turned on. Optical input has priority. This button is located
on the Remote Control. (This function is also available on the Dipole Unit,
use the SOURCE button) The possible digital input signals are; PCM, 2-Ch
AC-3 or 5.1 AC-3. These signals are auto-detected.

(On Remote Control)

PCM 2-Ch AC-3 5.1 AC-3

:

Adjusts the volume of the entire system.

: Selects the digital input source signal

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6.

ANALOG (On Remote Control)

:

Selects the analog input source signal
from the analog LINE IN input or both the analog LINE IN and REAR IN
inputs for FourPointSurround sound. (This function is also available on the
Dipole Unit, use the SOURCE button) FourPointSurround sound is auto­selected when the front and rear analog inputs are connected. The possible
analog input signals are; Stereo, FourPointSurround (FPS) and CMSS.
These signals are auto-detected.

Stereo CMSSFourPointSurround

7. MIX (On Remote Control)

:

Combines both digital and analog source
signals. The LEDs blink when there is no AC-3 signal. (This function is also
available on the Dipole Unit, use the SOURCE button) The possible mixed
input signals are; Analog + 2-Ch PCM, Analog + 2-Ch AC-3, Analog + 5.1­Ch AC-3. These signals are auto-detected.

Analog

+

2-Ch PCM

Note:

For optimum sound reproduction, choose DIGITAL when connected

Analog

+

2-Ch AC-3

Analog

+

5.1-Ch AC-3

to digital sources or ANALOG when connected to analog sources.

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8.

EFFECT (On Remote Control)

Repeated presses of this button step through five different operation
modes:

PASS THROUGH>PRISM>CRYSTAL>GHOST>DIMENSION

function is also available on the Dipole Unit, use the EFFECT/CMSS button)

:

Processes Digital program material.

. (This

Dimension
Pass through

CMSS (On Remote Control)

9.

Surround)

presses of this button step through two different operation modes:

Music>Movie
Music

analog sound source.

Movie

enjoyment from an analog sound source. (This function is also available
on the Dipole Unit, use the EFFECT/CMSS button)

: Games.

: System check and Stereo Dipole pre-encoded materials.

:

CMSS

(Creative Multi Speaker

processes analog 2-channel program material. Repeated

. The default mode is CMSS Music.

: Creates a 5.1 speaker soundfield appropriate for music from any

: Creates a 5.1 speaker soundfield appropriate for movie or game

Pass

Through

Crystal Ghost DimensionPrism

10.

Recommended effects selection for 2-channel source materials:

Prism

(default): General purpose including classical music.

Crystal

: Jazz or pop.

Ghost

: Games.

Dimension
Pass through

: Binaural.

: System check and Stereo Dipole pre-encoded materials.

Recommended effects selection for 5-channel source materials:

Prism

(default): General purpose including music.

Crystal

: Drama.

Ghost

: Science Fiction or Adventure movies.

BASS LEVEL

MovieMusic

(On Subwoofer)

:

Turn the Bass Level knob
counter-clockwise to reduce
the bass output.

Turn the Bass Level knob
clockwise to increase the
bass output.

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Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital (earlier called AC-3) delivers five discreet full-range channels (left
front, center, right front, left surround and right surround) plus a separate Low
Frequency Effects (LFE) channel.

Many soundtracks on the latest generation laser discs, DVDs and High

Definition Television (HDTV), are encoded with Dolby Digital technology.

When a 5.1 channel Dolby Digital program source is playing, such as from a
game console, Creative PC-DVD player or DVD player, the Dolby Digital
indicator light will illuminate automatically.

Note

: Not every section of a DVD will be 5.1-channel encoded. On many
DVDs, only the main movie program will be available in 5.1 channel sound.
Other supporting chapters (like a “Director’s Comment” section) may be in
stereo or mono. These sections will not light the Dolby Digital indicator even
though the sound will be properly reproduced by the

PS2000 Digital

.

Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS)

CMSS is a 2-channel to 5.1-channel sound processor similar in some aspects to
a Dolby Surround Pro Logic processor.

The Music and Movie modes create a virtual 5.1 audio experience.

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The

PS2000 Digital

supports many
signal source inputs, both analog and
digital. For example:

1. Game consoles like the

PlayStation 2 using the Optical or
Line In connections.

2. DVD players with Dolby Digital

(AC-3) optical outputs. DVD
players with coaxial outputs (for
example, the Creative labs PC­DVD Encore) may also be used.

3. Sound cards that support

DirectSound

®

3D sound
processing, including front and
rear 2-channel minijack line
outputs (like Sound Blaster Live!
series or Creative Labs Sound
Blaster PCI series).

4. Conventional 2-channel sound
cards such as Sound Blaster 16 or
the Sound Blaster AWE series can
also be used with the

Digital

, but these cards will not

PS2000

provide rear channel output when
playing games using

DirectSound

®

3D or its

derivatives.

CD Player

MD Player

DVD Player

VHS Player

P.C.

Game Console - Analog Output

Game Console - Digital Output

Tuner

T.V.

Cassette Deck

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PlayWorks PS2000 Digital

Dipole:
10 watts RMS

Subwoofer:
12 watts RMS

These specifications apply to

Digital

operating from the supplied

15V 3A DC power adapter.

PS2000

EAX is a collection of powerful,
innovative audio technologies.
Developed by Creative's world-class
audio scientists and built into
groundbreaking Personal Digital
Entertainment (PDE) solutions, EAX
is changing the way audio is
experienced.

EAX offers advanced, interactive
audio and high-definition sound to a
new generation of portable audio
appliances, audio applications, and
internet services. Advanced
technologies for incredible, cutting
edge audio are built into powerful
tools. EAX-enabled products let you
shape and customize your audio
experience, and include advanced
audio features for music composition
and sound design.

The PlayWorks PS2000 Digital is a
highly affordable and extremely
compact Dolby Digital 5.1 speaker
solution targeted at PlayStation 2

TM

.
Also, when used with a 4 channel PC
sound card, or set-top DVD player, the

PS2000 Digital delivers a virtual 5.1
experience.

Featuring innovative 5.1
virtualization technology, full Dolby
Digital decoding is possible from the
unique all-in-one dipole speaker
design plus sub woofer. In addition,
when used with a 4-channel sound
card such as the Sound Blaster Live!,
virtualized rear channels ensure a
great listening experience for
interactive 3D and EAX-enhanced
game titles.

For more information on EAX, be sure
to visit EAX.creative.com

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o the original purchaser,
Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. will

warrant the speaker system to be
free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from date of purchase. With
respect to defects, Cambridge
SoundWorks will, at its option, replace
the product or repair the defect in the
product with no charge to the original
purchaser for parts or labor.

This warranty does not extend to any
defect, malfunction or failure caused by
misuse, abuse, accident, faulty hookup,
defective associated equipment or use
of the speaker with equipment for
which it is not intended.

This warranty is valid only when the
speaker is returned to the retailer where
the

PS2000 Digital

© 2000 Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc., All rights reserved. Cambridge SoundWorks is a registered trademark and Playworks is a trademark of Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc., Newton, MA.
Creative, the Creative logo and Sound Blaster are registered trademarks and EAX the EAX logo, PC-DVD, Encore, and Creative Multi-Speaker-Surround are trademarks of Creative Technology
Ltd. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. Dolby, Dolby Digital, Pro Logic, AC-3 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. All specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Actual contents may differ
slightly from those pictured.

was purchased.

This is the sole and expressed
warranty. This warranty is in lieu of all
other warranties, expressed or implied,
of merchantability, fitness for purpose
or otherwise. In no event shall
Cambridge SoundWorks be liable for
incidental or consequential damages or
have any liability with respect to
defects other than the obligations set
forth above.

To ensure warranty coverage, it is
incumbent upon the original purchaser
to contact the retailer where the

PS2000 Digital

inform them of the defect within the
warranty period. The only acceptable
method of establishing warranty status
is a copy of the original proof of
purchase indicating customer’s name
and purchase date.

was purchased and

Inside U.S.A., Canada and
Latin America

Creative Labs Inc.
Technical Support
1523 Cimarron Plaza
Stillwater, OK 74075
Tel: [phone]
Fax [phone]
Operating hours (Central Time):
Daily 8:00

To reach Technical Support via the

Internet, visit our web site at

http://www.creativehelp.com.

You can reach Customer Service by
phone at
Mon–Fri 8:00 A.M.–7:00 P.M.
(Central Time).

You can also use our Faxback
service at

A.M

.–12 Midnight

1–800–998–1000

1–405–372–5227

,

.

Inside Asia

Creative Technology Ltd.
Technical Support
31 International Business Park
Creative Resource
Singapore 609921
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Operating hours (Singapore Time):
Mon–Fri 9:00
Sat–Sun & Public Holidays closed

To reach Technical Support via the

Internet, visit our web site at

http://www.creative-asia.com/
support

A.M

.–6:00 P.M.

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